Realistic Dreams
What’s inside...
Realistic Dreams is a captivating tale that follows the journey of a young protagonist who discovers a hidden world where dreams can be controlled and manifested into reality. As the protagonist navigates this new realm, they encounter a series of challenges that test their courage and determination. In another story, Amari finds himself in a realistic dream that feels incredibly real, and struggles to differentiate between dream and reality. With the help of a piece of advice from his mom, Amari endeavors to escape the peculiar dream.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you think about the main character's journey towards achieving their dream? How did it make you feel?
If you could pick any dream from the book to make real, which one would it be and why?
How do you think the characters changed from the beginning of the book to the end?
Do you think working towards a dream is always easy, or can it be challenging sometimes? Can you share an example from the story?
What are some dreams you have? How could you start working towards them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences or aspirations with the themes of the book to make the discussion more relevant and meaningful.
Listen actively and show genuine interest when your child expresses their thoughts or feelings about the book's themes and characters.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to delve deeper into their understanding and perspective of the story.
Highlight the importance of resilience and perseverance as showcased by the characters in the book when discussing the pursuit of dreams.
End the conversation by summarizing key takeaways and affirm your child's ability to dream big and work towards making their dreams come true.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Persistence pays off
Explanation: The main character in 'Realistic Dreams' faces various challenges but never gives up on their goal, showcasing resilience and determination.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by continuing to work towards their own goals, such as learning a new skill or improving in a sport, even when it gets tough.
Example Lesson: Importance of creativity
Explanation: The story encourages thinking outside the box through the protagonist's imaginative solutions to problems.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to use their creativity to solve problems in school projects or in daily life challenges.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, the protagonist relies on friends to overcome obstacles, highlighting the importance of teamwork and support.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to value and nurture friendships and understand the importance of helping and being supported in friendships.
Example Lesson: Embracing diversity
Explanation: The characters in 'Realistic Dreams' come from diverse backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and acceptance.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children appreciate diversity in their own communities and foster inclusiveness with their peers.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: The protagonist makes mistakes but uses them as learning opportunities, which is an important part of growth.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to view their own mistakes as chances to learn and improve, rather than feeling discouraged.